Lewis and Clark County Construction of Scratch Gravel Transfer Site - IFB 2026
Lewis and Clark CountyCounty · Helena, MT- Due
- Oct 19, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Sep 19, 2026
- Primary contact
- Travis Craig
The 30-second brief
Lewis and Clark County, Montana is soliciting competitive bids for the construction of the Scratch Gravel Transfer Site on Deal Lane in Helena, MT. The project generally consists of constructing a new transfer site to include scales, a scale house, an access road, a recycling area, a z-wall, and additive alternates. Bids are due by 4:00 p.m. local time on October 19, 2026, and must be delivered to the Lewis and Clark County Commissioner's Office, located at the City-County Administrative Building, 316 North Park Avenue, Room 345, Helena, MT. A mandatory pre-bid conference is scheduled for Tuesday, October 6, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. at the Lewis and Clark County Landfill, 4075 Deal Lane, Helena, MT. Questions regarding the solicitation must be submitted in writing to Travis Craig by October 9, 2026. Contractors must be registered with the Montana Department of Labor and Industry and comply with Montana Prevailing Wage Rates for Heavy Construction Services 2026. Bids must be accompanied by a bid bond of not less than 10 percent of the total bid amount, and successful bidders must furnish 100 percent performance and labor and materials payment bonds.
Scales, Scale house, Access road, Recycling area, Z-wall, Additive alternates
Lowest responsive and responsible bid
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Summary
Lewis and Clark County, Montana is soliciting competitive bids for the construction of the Scratch Gravel Transfer Site on Deal Lane in Helena, MT. The project generally consists of constructing a new transfer site to include scales, a scale house, an access road, a recycling area, a z-wall, and additive alternates.
Bids are due by 4:00 p.m. local time on October 19, 2026, and must be delivered to the Lewis and Clark County Commissioner's Office, located at the City-County Administrative Building, 316 North Park Avenue, Room 345, Helena, MT. A mandatory pre-bid conference is scheduled for Tuesday, October 6, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. at the Lewis and Clark County Landfill, 4075 Deal Lane, Helena, MT. Questions regarding the solicitation must be submitted in writing to Travis Craig by October 9, 2026. Contractors must be registered with the Montana Department of Labor and Industry and comply with Montana Prevailing Wage Rates for Heavy Construction Services 2026. Bids must be accompanied by a bid bond of not less than 10 percent of the total bid amount, and successful bidders must furnish 100 percent performance and labor and materials payment bonds.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Lowest responsive and responsible bid
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
6- Scales
- Scale house
- Access road
- Recycling area
- Z-wall
- Additive alternates
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
4- Bid bond
- Performance bond
- Labor and materials payment bond
- Insurance certificate
- Submit to
- Lewis and Clark County Commissioner's Office, City-County Administrative Building, 316 North Park Avenue, Room 345, Helena, MT 59601
- Scope location
- Helena, MT
Questions about this BID
How do I respond to this Bid from Lewis and Clark County?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is October 19, 2026. The solicitation specifies required deliverables that must be addressed in your response. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: Lewis and Clark County Commissioner's Office, City-County Administrative Building, 316 North Park Avenue, Room 345, Helena, MT 59601. For questions, contact Travis Craig.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this Bid?
Most government agencies, including Lewis and Clark County in MT, encourage participation from small businesses, minority-owned, women-owned, and disadvantaged business enterprises (MBE/WBE/DBE). Check the full solicitation for any small business participation goals.
What happens after the Bid submission deadline?
After the deadline, the issuing agency reviews all submissions against the stated evaluation criteria. This typically includes a compliance check, technical evaluation, cost analysis, and may involve oral presentations with shortlisted vendors.
Can I ask questions about this solicitation before submitting?
Yes, most solicitations allow vendors to submit questions during a designated period. The primary contact is Travis Craig. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Scales, Scale house, Access road, Recycling area, Z-wall, Additive alternates. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
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What are the evaluation criteria for this solicitation?
This solicitation includes specific evaluation criteria that will be used to score proposals. The criteria include: "Lowest responsive and responsible bid" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Lewis and Clark County?
All active and historical solicitations from Lewis and Clark County are tracked and searchable. As a county agency, Lewis and Clark County regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
What documents are required to bid on this Bid?
Requirements vary by solicitation, but common documents include a technical proposal, cost/price proposal, proof of insurance, relevant certifications, past performance references, and any forms specified in the solicitation. This solicitation specifically requires the following attachments: bid bond, performance bond, labor and materials payment bond, insurance certificate. Review the full document from Lewis and Clark County for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Helena, MT. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.